Description

PLATÉE - Jean-Philippe Rameau

UPC: 0807260613296

Product Features

Title: Platée by Jean-Philippe Rameau
Format: Blu-ray Disc
Running Time: 150 minutes
Sound Format: PCM Stereo
Picture Format: 16:9, 1080/60i
Languages:Region Code: Worldwide
- Original Language: French
- Subtitle Languages: English, German, Spanish, Italian
Production:
- Live Recording: Paris, Palais Garnier, 2002
- Orchestra and Chorus: Les Musiciens du Louvre Grenoble
- Conductor: Marc Minkowski
- Stage Director: Laurent Pelly
- Choreographer: Laura Scozzi
- Set Design: Chantal Thomas
- Costume Design: Laurent Pelly
- Lighting Design: Joël Adam
- Dramaturgy: Agathe Melinand
- Directed for TV and Video by: Don Kent
Cast:
- Paul Agnew as Platée
- Mireille Delunsch as La Folie / Thalie
- Yann Beuron as Thespis / Mercure
- Vincent Le Texier as Jupiter
- Doris Lamprecht as Junon
- Laurent Naouri as Cithéron
- Valérie Gabail as L'Amour / Clarine
- Franck Leguerinel as Momus

Overview

Platée is a lyric comedy by Jean-Philippe Rameau, with a libretto by Adrien Joseph Le Valois d'Orville, inspired by a play by Jacques Autreau. This Blu-ray captures the 2002 performance at the Paris Palais Garnier, featuring the Orchestra and Chorus of Les Musiciens du Louvre Grenoble, conducted by Marc Minkowski. The opera is a satirical and humorous tale that blends mythological elements with sharp social commentary, delivered with Rameau's characteristic musical brilliance.

This production, directed by Laurent Pelly, is noted for its innovative and whimsical approach, with striking set and costume designs that highlight the absurdity and charm of the story. Paul Agnew's portrayal of the titular character, Platée, is both compelling and comedic, making this recording a standout in the operatic canon.

Interesting Facts

Jean-Philippe Rameau was one of the most important French composers of the Baroque era, known for his groundbreaking operas and ballets.
The role of Platée is a rare example in opera of a male character performed by a haute-contre (a high tenor), which adds a unique timbre to the performance.
Laurent Pelly, the stage director, is celebrated for his ability to infuse classical operas with contemporary relevance while maintaining the integrity of the original work.
The production was filmed by Don Kent, a director known for his skill in capturing the essence of live performances on screen, ensuring that the energy of the live event is conveyed to the home viewer.